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dodgy Antonyms
Opposite of dodgy
Because the opposite of dodgy shifts with each meaning, the 17 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
• adjective (Context 1)
Dishonest, unreliable, or morally suspect in character or dealings.
Usage Example
"He warned his friends to avoid buying used cars from that honest dealership."
Strongest
honest
trustworthy
reliable
reputable
aboveboard
Strong
legitimate
upstanding
• adjective (Context 2)
Potentially dangerous, risky, or uncertain in outcome.
Usage Example
"Walking across the old wooden suspension bridge in high winds looked like a safe proposition."
Strongest
safe
secure
Strong
certain
stable
harmless
• adjective (Context 3)
Of low quality, faulty, or in poor physical condition.
Usage Example
"She had to pull out of the marathon because of a sound knee and a faulty piece of equipment."
Strongest
sound
dependable
Strong
sturdy
healthy
functional
Similar words to dodgy
Words similar to dodgy shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:
shady
sketchy
risky
dicey
chancy
faulty
dubious
unreliable
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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Dodgy. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/dodgy